This song came out when my daughter was fighting to survive, in the NICU. This was her song. God WAS watching her. She made it and will turn 30 next week.
I am so very sorry for your loss! I lost my older sister at the age of 49 to end-stage liver failure, and then I lost my little brother at the age of 49 with a Widowmaker heart attack. I had the opportunity to study in London, and when I was younger, I looked like Bette Midler. As a matter of fact, I had a whole rugby team, follow me out of the pub and asked me for my autograph. They were sure that I was Miss Midler!! This song came out during my first year of teaching. I explained that God is not watching from a distance, but He is RIGHT HERE!! At. All. Times!!! in 2003, I lost my mom to cancer. My baby was only 50 days old. When she drew her last breath, I sang The Rose by Bette, And I have such a connection to her music, but sometimes I do feel His Holy Spirit pervade my being and know that He will never leave us or forsake us!!! He is the same yesterday, today, and forever!!
It's 2024 and I'm still happy to listen to this beautiful words The song cuts across all faiths and religions who believe in a singularity that mercifully watches over us....Very soothing, touching and assuring...
Amen 🙏. Thank u Father 4 everything u do 4 me in your Son's Name Jesus Christ Glory n Honor is yours in da highest now n 4ever I love u Father Amen 🙌🏾 🙏 ❤️ ✝️
I’m 43 and this song was part of my childhood. I still cannot comprehend the violence of war and poverty, especially now that I’m a mother and I see how loving and peaceful children can be. Whether you believe in a god or not, we can all do better to love and accept each other with kindness. From a distance and close up. ❤️🩹
That's what I was thinking too. It's so sad, the way it is. The way we hate and hurt, you know, it hurts me. It makes me want to fight the system, bc "they" are the enemy. When my puppy-son steals my socks, I would get so mad bc I have to go find the other one. However, one day I realized, he's your son, he thinks it's funny so just let him enjoy it. Mostly though, it wasn't worth waring over. I guess it's time we asked ourselves, what's it really worth? It's easier and spiritually fitting to just get along.
My son was playing this on the piano yesterday, and I had a thought - God does not want to watch us from a distance. In a way, this song reveals the sad reality of most of us - that most of us keep Him at a distance - with doubts and limited understanding. He wants to be nearer. In fact, so near that He would finally dwell in us. But... it's up to each one of us. If the veil is lifted from our eyes - we can see... see ourselves how He sees us. And when we finally realize how far we are from Him, the next step is to condemn our fallen self, to suffer in agony, and finally break our stubborn, proud heart. He will gladly give us a new one. This song is a sad shadow of a seemingly powerless God. But if we open our heart wide enough for Him, this sad reality could change, and we could sing a new song... a Heavenly song!
I want the world leaders to feel the presence of the lord God, I mean each and every world leader frightened them with his presence, knowing that they can't end the creator,s Earth,he may destroy people in it but God has the final say.
Yes. I have no clue why this song popped up in my Playlist. My mother used to sing this song all the time. She's been gone just over a year now and it's crazy how something as simple as a song can make you feel like they are right there in the room with you again.
I was in the ICU in critical condition with a pulmonary embolism and a potential heart failure. Against all odds I pulled through and made a full recovery. I didn't believe in God back than but today I am sure he watched over my from some distance. Today I can happily appreciate the gift of being taken care of by Him.
One of the all time greats, often funny,but absolutely brilliant. I am 76 years old and unashamedly crying as I type in my personal tribute. RIP big man
He helps EVERYDAY. this planet turns, the birds sing, Life is here- Where there is Life there is GOD. Not just watching, giving a hand up. just my take on things.
I'm a stranger, I don't know you personally, but I know exactly what you feel😢 If only we had a time machine I wish you well in life my friend. All is well❤
We are extremely glad that from a distance saved your daughter's precious life. May the wonderful message of the song penetrate the soul of everyone and create a world of peace and love for everyone.
From a distance The world looks blue and green And the snow capped mountains white From a distance The ocean meets the stream And the eagle takes to flight From a distance There is harmony And it echoes through the land It's the voice of hope It's the voice of peace It's the voice of every man From a distance We all have enough And no one is in need And there are no guns, No bombs, and no disease No hungry mouths to feed From a distance We are instruments Marching in a common band Playing songs of hope Playing songs of peace They are the songs of every man God is watching us God is watching us God is watching us From a distance From a distance You look like my friend Even though we are at war From a distance I just cannot comprehend What all this fighting's for From a distance There is harmony And it echoes through the land And it's the hope of hopes It's the love of loves It's the heart of every man It's the hope of hopes It's the love of loves This is the song for every man God is watching us God is watching us God is watching us From a distance Oh, God is watching us God is watching God is watching us From a distance
This is the song we sang at Glendale high in 1994 welcoming our first black president Mr Mandela.Will never forget that day meeting my president in person❤❤❤
This was my chosen song for when i placed a rose on her coffin and said my last goodbyes to her. Its only 2 months ago and watching this has bought her final days back to me. She will never leave me or our children. Thank you for everything baby and hope God is watching over you 🙏 x
The message is actually criticism that god doesn't see hunger and need, because he is only watching from a distance where he can't see all the bad things and everything looks fine
I first listened to this beautiful and heartwarming song in the 90's. Thank you Bette Midler. Surely all the world needs is peace. Good God, continue watching over us.
I love this song! I was a premie born 3 months early and I was in the NICU for a month. I shouldn’t of survived. I am 35 today. I know I am here because of gods grace. God was watching over me!
What a wonderful world this would be. If only mankind could agree to live in peace and harmony and everyone cared about nature and looking after our world ❤
I am from South Africa! I am 80 years old, my mom passed 11November1981 the first time I heard this song is was in a supermarket in Pretoria South Africa 😭
Every time i hear that song when i was a kid i would stop literaly everything and listen. Honestly i did not know entirely what it means but brought joy in my heart. Now today i am a big believer in peace,unity, everyone in this world desereves a chance. Everyone should be respected not by religion not by race but for the common ground of humanity
We should embrace all cultures for their differences and celebrate them. However, there is so much propaganda out there dividing everyone it's really sad. Songs like this should remind us of our common humanity and that there is a better world if we all work towards it together 🙂✌
@Bette midler no I haven't I'd love to be in one I'm from Houston thanks for that beautiful song from a distance. The fact that you even responded Is just so nice be blessed forever love and happiness
War Crimes so ironic that she sang such beautiful lyrics and is still capable of uttering such ugliness ! Well she apologized so that counts for something
Wow! I've been Graciously a True Born Again Christian since 1996 BUT NEVER REALIZED UNTIL NOW that Bette Midler sang this song from The Inspiration of The Holy Spirit ! Glory to The Lord Jesus for Mrs.Midler's Eternal Salvation! Wow, what a truly Inspiring song from Holywood !
That's cause freinds seem to always turn into enimies for some unknown reasons...and even outsiders are freinds who turn into enimies...we were born in love and humbleness and etc, just to turn around and be evil... doesn't make since to me, I'm a good man wouldn't hurt a fly, but I to have evilness inside me and I hate it.... sometimes I wish my life would just be over so I don't have to feel the truth and see the truth of the evilness out here..it will never stop especially when it was all built out of lies corruption and greed and etc...sad sad world we live in...all we can do is keep stepping until we detonate...this song speaks high volume of truth on all fronts
From a distance the world looks blue and green And the snow capped mountains white From a distance the ocean meets the stream And the eagle takes to flight From a distance there is harmony And it echoes through the land It's the voice of hope It's the voice of peace It's the voice of every man From a distance we all have enough And no one is in need And there are no guns, no bombs and no disease No hungry mouths to feed From a distance we are instruments Marching in a common band Playing songs of hope Playing songs of peace They are the songs of every man God is watching us God is watching us God is watching us from a distance From a distance you look like my friend Even though we are at war From a distance I just cannot comprehend What all this fightings for From a distance there is harmony And it echoes through the land And it's the hope of hopes It's the love of loves It's the heart of every man It's the hope of hopes It's the love of loves This is the song for every man God is watching us God is watching us God is watching us from a distance God is watching us God is watching God is watching us from a distance
Weather there is a God or not This woman’s voice carries hope and love through these times And these times are times where love and hope We all need each and every day Her voice is like Rain falling … Falling of a thousand Angels On each and everyone of us Hats off to you Bette Keep shining girl
I had this song played at my wedding, where it echoed through the whole church, it was played while my husband and I were lighting the unity candles. just so beautiful
2024. I was a child when this song came out. My momma loved bette midler. My momma just passed may 4, 2024 . This song came to mind in the past few days. Momma thank you for sharing bette midler with me. Bette midler thank you for sharing your gifts with all of us! And most importantly thank you God!!!!
I couldn't agree with you more... Do we try our own blind, ignorant, selfish ways (Tried for centuries...) or just seek to love and respect each person/life as something special? BRILLIANT, aren't we, to keep God and everyone else at a distance...when we could build bridges with unconditional love and a commitment to make each other's lives better...each one of us... just a little each day.
I agree this should be broadcast on loud speakers and wherever they play music elevators, while you're on hold which is so much longer due to Covid. I listen to this song in the morning and it sets the tone for my day. God'swink
It’s not hate. It is the sins of self love and pride. It’s all in the Bible. God is no longer watching from a distance but He is with every true believer of Jesus Christ. Everyone and everything else will lead you to error and death in life, though it may seem like prosperity for a few moments. May the peace of Jesus be with everyone who reads this.
Is anyone still enjoying this song with me 2019!!! This song reminds me of so many memories both good and bad , I grew up loving and listening to this song.
Surprisingly, I suddenly remembered this song from years back when I was much younger. It was my jam back in my college days, when life was so simple😂. God is watching us indeed! It is very assuring of God's presence in our lives
This song never stop giving me goosebumps till today, after first time heard it in 1993 at school. It contains message on peace, love, brotherhood, unity and many things. And it just fits nicely during this pandemic situation. What a really beautiful piece of art.
I don't really think it talks about peace, but how everything looks from a distance. it is a very beautiful song. I think is more of a calling to what we should be doing. the grass is always greener on the other side. I think is more about enjoying what we have today.
This song was released in 1990 when I was six years old. I loved it then, and still love it now. Yes, you're very correct. I could have made a smiliar comment though and not have had as many upvotes! Lucky you.
I honestly mourn the loss of the smooth and classy music from the 90's and the magical music from the 80's. Now days pop music has degenerated mostly into crap. Bette Midler was one of the most underrated singers. Her voice is simply stellar!
I was only a little girl when this song came out. And now 35, it just suddenly and randomly popped into my head while at home because of quarantine. It made me cry.. God is really watching us. May God bless and heal the entire world and His people.
Yeah, it popped in my head too. I associate this song with the Gulf War.. the first one.. and watching those planes taking off from aircraft carriers on CNN.. I was in 1st grade probably..
It's the song of the hour it should be If only we could teach our young ones this song and tell it's message that we are not yet memory to them now their memories is being as the teacher
@@charlieandthechocfactrules9186 I already have. Besides, I'm just stating reality. YOU won't get anywhere in life thinking La La Land has any basis in reality.
Listening to this sweet song in 2023..From 🇰🇪🙏but currently in Qatar..Indeed God is always watching us each and every single bit of our life.. SENDING LOVE TO YOU ALL🇰🇪💚❤️💛🙏🙏
@@larongrey1961 Thanks Laron....our prayers shall build hope among all...and shall pull the world out of these dark times! Stay blessed...we need Good Human Beings like you...who spare a moment to think about others, who prove that we are not just animals-but Humans! Best wishes from India...
My older brother and I loved this song as young kids in the late 1980's and early 1990's. Miss Bet Midler, thanks for all the great memories attached to your music! :-)
I remember when this song was played during Desert Shield and Storm in 1991 a lot when my dad was deployed at Fort Hood, Texas. Brings tears to my eyes still listening to it in 2023.
My grandmother that died 2 days ago was the reason why I'm here, when I'm in her care I always hear this song as she's humming the rhythm...may her soul rest in peace and I'm really thankful for all her sacrifices for me until what I am now
We are all in this mess together. We really need to learn something from this horrible pandemic. Learn to stop the evil, the hate, life is short, people. Stop killing each other and our planet. All that money, power, hoarding wealth won't save you. Love is all we take with us. Beautiful lady, song and video. Stay well everyone.
@@jacquelinekabugo-raderson1878 You and BuckeyeFanGirl are both are delusional. I know, I know it FEELS SO GOOD when you say stuff like "We are all in this mess together." Um, no we're not "All in this mess together." We are locked down and isolated from one another across the nation. And about 1/2 of us have completely different opinions on some very critical issues. "Love is the answer"...isn't that sweet. The only problem with that is the enemy arrayed against us has nothing but hate for us. Thinking and feeling and virtual signaling accomplishes nothing of any real value except make people feel warm and fuzzy while they curl up with a cup of Chamomile tea. Meanwhile, our Country is being taken over. Make no mistake, America as a Republic was DONE decades ago. But this is their end game and unless "We the People" DO SOMETHING, like gathering at your State Capitol and at least show some form of resistance, or the enemy will just ramp up their operations. Do not look away.
Please feel invited to check out my Facebook Group, "We're All In This Together". We are just a small group who want to help each other keep going each day,
@@rikkiundheim9015 Nope, I didn't say that but it will however inspire a perspective more towards reconciliation rather than confrontation. Your mind seems to think that there is one thing that will solve everything, life isn't just like that, my naive friend. Life revolves around many things especially many, many people's minds. You must not take any pride at all in your national anthem, I'm guessing from your post.
My mother rang into the radio station to play this song for my 7th birthday. Passed at 55 cancer I'll always remember that for us. Grown ass 40 year old now and it still brings me to tears. Cherrish ur parents
This was my friend's favourite song. She passed away in 1989 from heart problems and they played this song at her funeral. She is shining down from heaven and she will always be in my heart 👼
Whenever I miss happy moments from my childhood, this is one of the songs that I listen to. What a different ambience it was back then. A popular song was the type with good, universal messages like this one. Thank you, Bette Midler. You're beautiful inside and out 💓
I've been dealing with a lot of personal issues lately, and I always come to this song before i go to sleep to help me get through it. Bette Midler, thank you for saving my life!
Goosebumps goosebumps goosebumps throughout. Found myself singing this song after service yesterday. Had to download it. I hope she knows the gift God gave her for us. Much appreciation 💕💕💕
In 30 years I haven't found anyone else who interprets this song as I do (with the possible exception of the writer, Julie Gold, I don't know). Everything looks fine on our planet but only if you look at it from a distance - close up there's too much suffering...and then we're told that that's what God is doing - just looking at things from a distance and not seeing or choosing to ignore what's really going on. 'God is watching us' (sounds reassuring) but immediately followed by a quiet 'from a distance' (not so good after all).
Its almost a year i was involved i. A vehicular accident i almost lost my life. Thank God Am alive today he kept the watch from a distance
God bless u❤
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This song came out when my daughter was fighting to survive, in the NICU. This was her song. God WAS watching her. She made it and will turn 30 next week.
Praise the Lord
Blessings to you and your family
Good for you and your daughter,,unfortunately it not the same way for a lot of people.but that is life-and help the unfortunate people get by
I have worked in NICU and it is amazing to see the miracles that happen. congrats. He still is watching her!.
Bless her ❤️
I just lost my brother due to an accident. The song soothed me from my loss.Indeed God is watching us!
Sorry for your loss xx
I am so very sorry for your loss! I lost my older sister at the age of 49 to end-stage liver failure, and then I lost my little brother at the age of 49 with a Widowmaker heart attack. I had the opportunity to study in London, and when I was younger, I looked like Bette Midler. As a matter of fact, I had a whole rugby team, follow me out of the pub and asked me for my autograph. They were sure that I was Miss Midler!! This song came out during my first year of teaching. I explained that God is not watching from a distance, but He is RIGHT HERE!! At. All. Times!!! in 2003, I lost my mom to cancer. My baby was only 50 days old. When she drew her last breath, I sang The Rose by Bette, And I have such a connection to her music, but sometimes I do feel His Holy Spirit pervade my being and know that He will never leave us or forsake us!!! He is the same yesterday, today, and forever!!
So very sad for you , what a loss but the Lord is with you and understand what you are feeling. He will hold you in his tender hands.
May God comfort you during this hard moments🙏
God bless you ❤
It's 2024 and I'm still happy to listen to this beautiful words The song cuts across all faiths and religions who believe in a singularity that mercifully watches over us....Very soothing, touching and assuring...
Amen 🙏 Amen 🙏 Amen 🙏
GOD, ALMIGHTY...
CREATOR OF THE UNIVERSE ✨🌌🌠💫
@@dennistowle8212 and creator of brain parasites. Thanks god!
🙏❤ indeed God is watching us 2024
@@ZolekaVukeka-su5pg if he's just watching all these wars play out then god is an idiot.
This song is needed today… praying for peace in the world 🌸🍃
Exactly. "No guns, no bombs, no disease, no hungry mouths to feed". God is watching us, from a distance.
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Ами слушат тези, които имат уши!!!
IM HOPING FOR THE ENDING OF WAR, PAIN, SUFFERING AND SADNESS IN THE WORLD. IT'S TIME ALL THIS STOPPED. BEEN GOING ON FOR TOO LONG.
It’s 2024 I’m 65 years old. It still brings me to tears every time I play it. Disabled Veteran here. Old school and some of new school as well.❤
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I hear you it is mean full
Thank you for your service and God bless you
Amen 🙏
Amen 🙏. Thank u Father 4 everything u do 4 me in your Son's Name Jesus Christ Glory n Honor is yours in da highest now n 4ever I love u Father Amen 🙌🏾 🙏 ❤️ ✝️
❤🙏🏻🫡 Thank you for your service.
Nostalgia 😢
The years went by so so fast.....
I’m 43 and this song was part of my childhood. I still cannot comprehend the violence of war and poverty, especially now that I’m a mother and I see how loving and peaceful children can be. Whether you believe in a god or not, we can all do better to love and accept each other with kindness. From a distance and close up. ❤️🩹
Well said!
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Children are not naturally peaceful...no parent would ever let them alone with each other until at least 12 years of age...
Omg! Yes!!! Disabled vet in Hospice. So lovely ❤❤❤
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I wonder if Bette Midler realizes what a gift she gave the world with this song.
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That's what I was thinking too. It's so sad, the way it is. The way we hate and hurt, you know, it hurts me. It makes me want to fight the system, bc "they" are the enemy. When my puppy-son steals my socks, I would get so mad bc I have to go find the other one. However, one day I realized, he's your son, he thinks it's funny so just let him enjoy it. Mostly though, it wasn't worth waring over. I guess it's time we asked ourselves, what's it really worth? It's easier and spiritually fitting to just get along.
For some reason reminds me of my mother. The warmth and care maybe. Definitely a bright light in a dark world.
Julie Gold wrote this song . . .
@@herbthompson2716 But Bette Midler made it famous...
My son was playing this on the piano yesterday, and I had a thought - God does not want to watch us from a distance. In a way, this song reveals the sad reality of most of us - that most of us keep Him at a distance - with doubts and limited understanding. He wants to be nearer. In fact, so near that He would finally dwell in us. But... it's up to each one of us. If the veil is lifted from our eyes - we can see... see ourselves how He sees us. And when we finally realize how far we are from Him, the next step is to condemn our fallen self, to suffer in agony, and finally break our stubborn, proud heart. He will gladly give us a new one.
This song is a sad shadow of a seemingly powerless God. But if we open our heart wide enough for Him, this sad reality could change, and we could sing a new song... a Heavenly song!
I want the world leaders to feel the presence of the lord God, I mean each and every world leader frightened them with his presence, knowing that they can't end the creator,s Earth,he may destroy people in it but God has the final say.
Who’s listening to this song in 2024? Inspirational and is what we all need to hear right now. 🙏🏻
Yes. I have no clue why this song popped up in my Playlist. My mother used to sing this song all the time. She's been gone just over a year now and it's crazy how something as simple as a song can make you feel like they are right there in the room with you again.
Me... usually in the radio
remove the calendar year, it's timeless
Me...
I love you God
I was in the ICU in critical condition with a pulmonary embolism and a potential heart failure. Against all odds I pulled through and made a full recovery. I didn't believe in God back than but today I am sure he watched over my from some distance. Today I can happily appreciate the gift of being taken care of by Him.
GLORY TO THE KING OF KINGS THE ALPHA AND OMEGA THE KING OF HEALING AND FORGIVENESS. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Congratulations 🎉
@@4mullahsounds390AMEN ❤❤❤❤❤ HE WILL FULFILL HIS PROMISES ❤❤
God didn't watch over u, HE is the creator and sustainer of all the world's. He created you and placed u in that scenario to test u. I hope u passed😊
What happened to this kind of music? Wish the world still have this kind of heart.
The world still does but sadly the negative voices are so much louder.
FOESHOW
Sadly artists like bette aren't hot enough to make mainstream music these days.
Hipsters happened.
Demons are running the world now
This song brings tears to my eyes! The world needs to hear this universally 💜
It does
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It certainly does
Bottom line is. BETTE MIDLER CAN SING.
2:45 "From a distance you look like my friend even though we are at war" Powerful words!!
That part always makes me feel so emotional. Powerful words indeed!
I can't help it I cry when I hear this song
Yes ....yes
You can thank Nanci Griffith, the person that wrote this song for those words. Bette sings the song better, but it is not her song.
I've meet several friends that we were at war with. Also spent eight years in the military. Learned to love them as much or more than my family.
One of the all time greats, often funny,but absolutely brilliant. I am 76 years old and unashamedly crying as I type in my personal tribute. RIP big man
I’m 65 and cry over it. Disabled veteran here!❤
Dedicated to the whole world
God is watching us from a distance
Amen 🙏
Perfect
He helps EVERYDAY. this planet turns, the birds sing, Life is here- Where there is Life there is GOD. Not just watching, giving a hand up. just my take on things.
Jesus is coming soon! God bless!
god is watching us from a distance because he doesnt want to get infected
Gave me goosebumps.. brought back so many beautiful memories of being a child in the 90's. I'm crying
I'm a stranger, I don't know you personally, but I know exactly what you feel😢
If only we had a time machine
I wish you well in life my friend. All is well❤
Same feelings.
What a voice. Why can’t we live like this. Brings a tear to my heart. Peace on earth.
We can and we will! Nothing so true 😢😢😢!
We are extremely glad that from a distance saved your daughter's precious life. May the wonderful message of the song penetrate the soul of everyone and create a world of peace and love for everyone.
I needed this song. It's like a warm hug telling you everything is gonna be alright. What a year 2020 has been....
Kale Brecht I just covered this on my channel 🥰. I love her 😍
Yes... hard to believe sometimes, but maybe... just maybe...
We will be with our families again.
We will be with our friends again.
We will meet again.
@@Jonaldinho26 🙂🤗😘💕💕💕From a distance you are my friend 😁
I totally agree with you!!!!
Not religious but this is simply the most uplifting song ever. Give you a sense peace in all the chaos
I think that it is also FUNNY that she also played a WITCH and sang "I Put a Spell on You", completely and TOTALLY OPPOSITE/DIFFERENT from this song.
Bette Midler is a legend!!!! I can't compliment her enough,pure talent....
Her films are crap
Thats true!!
Absolutely one of the most beautiful songs ever written. Thank you bette middle 💜
From a distance
The world looks blue and green
And the snow capped mountains white
From a distance
The ocean meets the stream
And the eagle takes to flight
From a distance
There is harmony
And it echoes through the land
It's the voice of hope
It's the voice of peace
It's the voice of every man
From a distance
We all have enough
And no one is in need
And there are no guns,
No bombs, and no disease
No hungry mouths to feed
From a distance
We are instruments
Marching in a common band
Playing songs of hope
Playing songs of peace
They are the songs of every man
God is watching us
God is watching us
God is watching us
From a distance
From a distance
You look like my friend
Even though we are at war
From a distance
I just cannot comprehend
What all this fighting's for
From a distance
There is harmony
And it echoes through the land
And it's the hope of hopes
It's the love of loves
It's the heart of every man
It's the hope of hopes
It's the love of loves
This is the song for every man
God is watching us
God is watching us
God is watching us
From a distance
Oh, God is watching us
God is watching
God is watching us
From a distance
God is watching us
Thank you ❤️
Que linda cancion 👏👏
Powerful lyrics! Thank you.
God is watching us alright. 🙏
My childhood favorite. Today I'm 40 years of age and I still cry whenever I hear and watch the this video.
Too late.
It was my favorite as a child as well. And crying hearing it now considering the state of the world today
This was played at my Dad's funeral. God is watching us.
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This is the song we sang at Glendale high in 1994 welcoming our first black president Mr Mandela.Will never forget that day meeting my president in person❤❤❤
This was my chosen song for when i placed a rose on her coffin and said my last goodbyes to her. Its only 2 months ago and watching this has bought her final days back to me. She will never leave me or our children. Thank you for everything baby and hope God is watching over you 🙏 x
Das ist traurig und tut mir leid möge Gott ihnen Kraft geben ❤
I'm so sorry for your loss. GOD is definitely watching over her, you and your children.
This song has been playing in my head for some weeks now. Especially the 'God is watching us' bit. I love Bette Midler.
Peace to us all!
Amen! 🕊🇺🇦
Hallelujah
God is a demon.
I know whhat you mean. 🤗 Happens to everyone. You remember the Melody and all the text but not the bit, that leads to the title.
Exactly. This song brings tears to my eyes. 🙏
I think the message of this song has to be heard now more than ever. Great lines.
You are soo right
I concur 👏🏿🙏🏿
The message is actually criticism that god doesn't see hunger and need, because he is only watching from a distance where he can't see all the bad things and everything looks fine
True!
Written by Nanci Griffith
I first listened to this beautiful and heartwarming song in the 90's. Thank you Bette Midler. Surely all the world needs is peace. Good God, continue watching over us.
I love this song! I was a premie born 3 months early and I was in the NICU for a month. I shouldn’t of survived. I am 35 today. I know I am here because of gods grace. God was watching over me!
This song inspired me when I’m down because I know that God is really watching me everyday. God bless us all
What a wonderful world this would be. If only mankind could agree to live in peace and harmony and everyone cared about nature and looking after our world ❤
❤ those we lose here on earth.will dwell in our hearts forever.
I am from South Africa! I am 80 years old, my mom passed 11November1981 the first time I heard this song is was in a supermarket in Pretoria South Africa 😭
I’m 71 i sadly lost my mum when I was 21 and lost my wife in 2014 and still miss them today, my best to you
RIP
I was living in Durban, had a TV repair business on the bluff, have it playing music with the test pattern on the screen while i worked.
Every time i hear that song when i was a kid i would stop literaly everything and listen. Honestly i did not know entirely what it means but brought joy in my heart. Now today i am a big believer in peace,unity, everyone in this world desereves a chance. Everyone should be respected not by religion not by race but for the common ground of humanity
We should embrace all cultures for their differences and celebrate them. However, there is so much propaganda out there dividing everyone it's really sad. Songs like this should remind us of our common humanity and that there is a better world if we all work towards it together 🙂✌
As a dad I would love nothing more than for my kids to grow up in a world with out war and poverty
There is no peace without Jesus Christ. It is not a religion. It is a relationship. All others are man made, therefore, religions which are useless.
Uve said it oll
@Bette midler no I haven't I'd love to be in one I'm from Houston thanks for that beautiful song from a distance. The fact that you even responded Is just so nice be blessed forever love and happiness
I remember singing this in chorus as a 4th grader while we were in Desert Storm. I'm now 42, and the message still feels just as true and necessary...
Same
❤❤
Same I am 42 going on 43 this year while we never sang this song I do remember it very clearly.
"From a distance, I just cannot comprehend what all this fighting is for" - so powerful, even in the year 2020
Me either. MY❤2URS. 💋
From a distance... WE are not from a distance anymore...yes the words are finally here. Love you for weighing in. MY❤2URS.
War Crimes so ironic that she sang such beautiful lyrics and is still capable of uttering such ugliness ! Well she apologized so that counts for something
Hi
Hello?
Wow! I've been Graciously a True Born Again Christian since 1996 BUT NEVER REALIZED UNTIL NOW that Bette Midler sang this song from The Inspiration of The Holy Spirit ! Glory to The Lord Jesus for Mrs.Midler's Eternal Salvation! Wow, what a truly Inspiring song from Holywood !
This song gives me chills up and down my spine still listening in 2023
Me also
@@JohnMarTublag I'm glad this song touched your heart as well as mine
Too bad she ended up being a flaming lefty nut case.
Totally agree with you. When I first listened to this song in 1988, I was 14 yrs old. Still, when I listen to this song, I feel the same with you.
Your soul resonates with it. It’s spiritual chills.
"From a distance, you look like my friend even though we are at war". I could hear my heart breaking at these words
Amen!
That's cause freinds seem to always turn into enimies for some unknown reasons...and even outsiders are freinds who turn into enimies...we were born in love and humbleness and etc, just to turn around and be evil... doesn't make since to me, I'm a good man wouldn't hurt a fly, but I to have evilness inside me and I hate it.... sometimes I wish my life would just be over so I don't have to feel the truth and see the truth of the evilness out here..it will never stop especially when it was all built out of lies corruption and greed and etc...sad sad world we live in...all we can do is keep stepping until we detonate...this song speaks high volume of truth on all fronts
Yes!
My favorite part of the song 👌
Unless you’re a Trump supporter tho?
I swear the words in this song are very powerful. This is a "Classic" never gets old
Fun fact: The message of this song works equally well for agnostics and atheists as it does for believers.
Found myself singing this tonight, it never gets old; so comforting and unifying. Peace be with you all 💜🙏 ✨
to bad her hateful Tweets are not as unifying as this song is
@@jaredontv oh dear, people promoting hate is a cry for more love 💗
@@jennifer8it yes you're right... Bette needs help for sure.. she loves bashing Republicans on her Twitter.. thats not love
Hello Jennifer
How are you doing today?
@@daddyclara7401 doing well thank you, how are you enjoying the gift of a new day by the grace if God?
From a distance the world looks blue and green
And the snow capped mountains white
From a distance the ocean meets the stream
And the eagle takes to flight
From a distance there is harmony
And it echoes through the land
It's the voice of hope
It's the voice of peace
It's the voice of every man
From a distance we all have enough
And no one is in need
And there are no guns, no bombs and no disease
No hungry mouths to feed
From a distance we are instruments
Marching in a common band
Playing songs of hope
Playing songs of peace
They are the songs of every man
God is watching us
God is watching us
God is watching us from a distance
From a distance you look like my friend
Even though we are at war
From a distance I just cannot comprehend
What all this fightings for
From a distance there is harmony
And it echoes through the land
And it's the hope of hopes
It's the love of loves
It's the heart of every man
It's the hope of hopes
It's the love of loves
This is the song for every man
God is watching us
God is watching us
God is watching us from a distance
God is watching us
God is watching
God is watching us from a distance
Powerful lyrics
Very powerful lyrics and sung soo beautifully
Thank you for the, lyrics.
Nice
Me Zheng thank you
One of the best songs ever recorded on Earth..😍😍😍
Couldn’t agree more, this song will never get old
100 pecent. Best song in art history.
True!!!
The best song ever for COVID-19 lockdown,it gives me hope,
ALLAH is watching us
Absolutely Stunning Song. Wonderful for Meditation. 💛💙❤️💜
Weather there is a God or not
This woman’s voice carries hope and love through these times
And these times are times where love and hope
We all need each and every day
Her voice is like Rain falling …
Falling of a thousand Angels
On each and everyone of us
Hats off to you Bette
Keep shining girl
What a beautiful song. Everyone needs to hear and watch this video in 2023.... God, please bring back that harmony to us all
I had this song played at my wedding, where it echoed through the whole church, it was played while my husband and I were lighting the unity candles. just so beautiful
It was 1992 this was one of my graduation songs!!!! God is watching us from a distance!!!!♡
Hi crystal, how are you doing
It was sad 😢
@@christopherbrian8638 everything is good watching old vids from my childhood 0f course feeling nostalgic.. hope all is well 😊 🙏
@@crystalmason829 Where are you from?
Me too
2024. I was a child when this song came out. My momma loved bette midler. My momma just passed may 4, 2024 . This song came to mind in the past few days. Momma thank you for sharing bette midler with me. Bette midler thank you for sharing your gifts with all of us! And most importantly thank you God!!!!
I cant believe I'm still listening to this song over and over again in 2024, Old is really Gold
This song should be played on loud speakers during the quarantine .... what a time to re evaluate the real important things in life
Wish I could give you a million likes!!!!
Of all the songs that capture the spirit of these times.... yes, that's the one.
I couldn't agree with you more... Do we try our own blind, ignorant, selfish ways (Tried for centuries...) or just seek to love and respect each person/life as something special? BRILLIANT, aren't we, to keep God and everyone else at a distance...when we could build bridges with unconditional love and a commitment to make each other's lives better...each one of us... just a little each day.
Wich one, the original or this cover?
I agree this should be broadcast on loud speakers and wherever they play music elevators, while you're on hold which is so much longer due to Covid. I listen to this song in the morning and it sets the tone for my day. God'swink
God is watching the Mwangi family from a distance.....keep the peace stay united.!
The Higher Powers are watching and trying to understand what all the hate is for we all bleed n we are still blessed
It’s not hate. It is the sins of self love and pride. It’s all in the Bible. God is no longer watching from a distance but He is with every true believer of Jesus Christ. Everyone and everything else will lead you to error and death in life, though it may seem like prosperity for a few moments. May the peace of Jesus be with everyone who reads this.
This song should be blasted 24/7 during these riots/pandemic/apocalypse or whatever is happening right now.
Apocalypse. Definitely apocalypse
Let's realize, let's start...!
This song must be blasted....
Is anyone still enjoying this song with me 2019!!! This song reminds me of so many memories both good and bad , I grew up loving and listening to this song.
Amaka OnuigweOkoye absolutely. It’s my Sunday prayer song. I play it almost every Sunday.
Surprisingly, I suddenly remembered this song from years back when I was much younger. It was my jam back in my college days, when life was so simple😂. God is watching us indeed! It is very assuring of God's presence in our lives
I enjoy it more than you do.this song gives guise bomb any time I listed to it
Yes, a song of peace
Me! ;-)
This song never stop giving me goosebumps till today, after first time heard it in 1993 at school. It contains message on peace, love, brotherhood, unity and many things. And it just fits nicely during this pandemic situation. What a really beautiful piece of art.
Instead the industry gives us WAP.
Thank GOD is watching us & giving us this through TH-cam.
I don't really think it talks about peace, but how everything looks from a distance.
it is a very beautiful song. I think is more of a calling to what we should be doing. the grass is always greener on the other side. I think is more about enjoying what we have today.
This song was released in 1990 when I was six years old. I loved it then, and still love it now. Yes, you're very correct. I could have made a smiliar comment though and not have had as many upvotes! Lucky you.
It actually came out in 1992.
And sisterhood as well.
What a warm hug from God!
Ahmen!
I honestly mourn the loss of the smooth and classy music from the 90's and the magical music from the 80's. Now days pop music has degenerated mostly into crap. Bette Midler was one of the most underrated singers. Her voice is simply stellar!
This song was a top 10 hit. She wasn't underrated.
@@Mario_N64 Yes, but she never attained Adele-like status
@@KNOWHOPE72 Well, in the 80s she was very, very successful in movies and in music. I'd say she got near that status. She was a household name.
@@KNOWHOPE72 She’s much larger than Adele in status. The woman has been in show business for over 50 years and has done it ALL.
@@Gemmarose9012 With regard to career longevity she is bigger than Adele.
I was only a little girl when this song came out. And now 35, it just suddenly and randomly popped into my head while at home because of quarantine. It made me cry.. God is really watching us. May God bless and heal the entire world and His people.
Catherine Bernardo Amen 🙏🏾
Sure
Yeah, it popped in my head too. I associate this song with the Gulf War.. the first one.. and watching those planes taking off from aircraft carriers on CNN.. I was in 1st grade probably..
Wow it literally did the same to me as well while I standing in the kitchen and I'm also 35! God is so amazing!
i am 37 but same
Her smile, her lyrics, her note, her gestures... are all inspiration of mine ❤️❤️😇
It's the song of the hour it should be
If only we could teach our young ones this song and tell it's message that we are not yet memory to them now their memories is being as the teacher
There's just something about her voice that just touches my soul it's a complete vibe she is a talented woman.
80’s babies will tell you this brings back pleasant childhood memories once you hear it. It just takes you back
Early 80s' baby here. I've heard about this song. It's the one the CIA uses to help victims lose faith during waterboarding. Just rumours, though.
Amen 83 here
Born in 1982, and this is our graduation song in grade six . full of memories. now im 41😊
This song gives me hope that God is watching us and soon the storm will be over.
Get over it, there is no God. Face the world as it really is. We don;t live in La La Land like you hope we do.
@@EvoPortal you won't get anywhere in life with that negative and rude attitude.
@@charlieandthechocfactrules9186 I already have. Besides, I'm just stating reality. YOU won't get anywhere in life thinking La La Land has any basis in reality.
@@EvoPortal fuck you then.
@@EvoPortal how do u know it's reality ye prick.
Please have the whole world hear this song with their heart ♥️
This is a beautiful song. I love her voice. Yes, God is watching us from a distance.
IT'S A SONG MADE FROM HEAVEN
I wish I could turn back the hands of time. I will go back to the 80's and 90's and enjoy life to the fullest.
Reminiscing about those years of peace, love and harmony in the whole universe.
True😥
Listening to this sweet song in 2023..From 🇰🇪🙏but currently in Qatar..Indeed God is always watching us each and every single bit of our life.. SENDING LOVE TO YOU ALL🇰🇪💚❤️💛🙏🙏
God is watching us from a distance 🙏
I wish this song becomes the national anthem for every nation just to encourage peace and harmony all over the world.
Good idea! Humanity's Mantra!
Much better than Imagine.
I pray everyday for this world, Please help us to heal this planet. We will benefit if we do.
Honestly!
@@larongrey1961 Thanks Laron....our prayers shall build hope among all...and shall pull the world out of these dark times! Stay blessed...we need Good Human Beings like you...who spare a moment to think about others, who prove that we are not just animals-but Humans! Best wishes from India...
It's the HOPE of HOPES
It's the LOVE of LOVES
This is the song for every man!!! 🎶💖🎶
Hello, how are you doing ?
@@nicolasjohnson6954 thank you very much, dear Nicolas. I am fine. Happy weekend to you... 🍀🌞🍀
I agree!
We can only hope he is or we are all doomed.
@@richardbool4232 I am sure HE DOES!!! Many Blessings to you, dear Richard... 🌞🌈💞🌈🌞
From a distance, there is harmony,
And it echoes through the land...
How magical!
My older brother and I loved this song as young kids in the late 1980's and early 1990's. Miss Bet Midler, thanks for all the great memories attached to your music! :-)
I remember when this song was played during Desert Shield and Storm in 1991 a lot when my dad was deployed at Fort Hood, Texas. Brings tears to my eyes still listening to it in 2023.
My grandmother that died 2 days ago was the reason why I'm here, when I'm in her care I always hear this song as she's humming the rhythm...may her soul rest in peace and I'm really thankful for all her sacrifices for me until what I am now
My Condolences!
May her soul rest in peace .may the song gives you strength.🙏🌹❤
What does this have to do with music? ???
My hugs and prayers and love
I’m sorry for your loss
I just love how she sang this song so beautiful.
We are all in this mess together. We really need to learn something from this horrible pandemic. Learn to stop the evil, the hate, life is short, people. Stop killing each other and our planet. All that money, power, hoarding wealth won't save you. Love is all we take with us. Beautiful lady, song and video. Stay well everyone.
If only
@BuckeyeFangirl19 I agree 100% ... Love is the answer 🌹❤
@@jacquelinekabugo-raderson1878 You and BuckeyeFanGirl are both are delusional. I know, I know it FEELS SO GOOD when you say stuff like "We are all in this mess together."
Um, no we're not "All in this mess together." We are locked down and isolated from one another across the nation. And about 1/2 of us have completely different opinions on some very critical issues.
"Love is the answer"...isn't that sweet. The only problem with that is the enemy arrayed against us has nothing but hate for us.
Thinking and feeling and virtual signaling accomplishes nothing of any real value except make people feel warm and fuzzy while they curl up with a cup of Chamomile tea. Meanwhile, our Country is being taken over. Make no mistake, America as a Republic was DONE decades ago. But this is their end game and unless "We the People" DO SOMETHING, like gathering at your State Capitol and at least show some form of resistance, or the enemy will just ramp up their operations.
Do not look away.
I can't agree with you more whole heartedly!! The distance WE create is of our own making.
Please feel invited to check out my Facebook Group, "We're All In This Together". We are just a small group who want to help each other keep going each day,
I Admire You Bette Midler...like all of your fans do too...God has truly Blessed you...you sing to us through the Holy Spirit...thank you
Woke up with this song in my spirit. I had to listen to the message. With as crazy as everything is...God hasn’t left us.
A 67 year old grandma who likes to listen to this song x
Im a 50 yr granny and still listen to this song🙏🙏
The world needs to hear this song again now. It really does.
🌎 ❤️
You are so right ....all those vast problems can be solved by listning to mrssage in this song ..
@@rikkiundheim9015 Nope, I didn't say that but it will however inspire a perspective more towards reconciliation rather than confrontation. Your mind seems to think that there is one thing that will solve everything, life isn't just like that, my naive friend. Life revolves around many things especially many, many people's minds.
You must not take any pride at all in your national anthem, I'm guessing from your post.
💯✨👌🌍
From a distance there is no "full spectrum dominance"
This song bring tears to my eyes. Indeed God is watching..
He's not watching because if he was, he would help us.
What a Heavenly Voice
Just beautiful. God is watching us and holding us in the palm of His Hand.
God is watching us ❤
My mother rang into the radio station to play this song for my 7th birthday. Passed at 55 cancer I'll always remember that for us. Grown ass 40 year old now and it still brings me to tears. Cherrish ur parents
Love to you
Praise the Lord God Almighty ❤️
@@marciaweekes2976 Amen. Jesus Christ is my savior
That's Right and True and most You are Grateful and most Mentor🙏🏾🌠💘🌹🍀💞
Thank you my friend ❤
This song has a REAL MESSAGE IN IT! ❤
Wow, I haven’t heard this song since I was a child. This brought back so many memories. 💕
This was my friend's favourite song. She passed away in 1989 from heart problems and they played this song at her funeral. She is shining down from heaven and she will always be in my heart 👼
💖
Hi Anna hope you’re okay?
Who came here just to reminisce 😢
Coronavirus and "Social distancing" got this playing in my head all day.
Mine too!
Google Randy Rainbow; his newest video is "Social Distance." Perfect!
Absolutely!
share it on your timeline. Everyone needs a reminder
Me too
Whenever I miss happy moments from my childhood, this is one of the songs that I listen to.
What a different ambience it was back then. A popular song was the type with good, universal messages like this one.
Thank you, Bette Midler. You're beautiful inside and out 💓
I've been dealing with a lot of personal issues lately, and I always come to this song before i go to sleep to help me get through it. Bette Midler, thank you for saving my life!
❤
Wish you well Happy Christmas
A powerful song. Timeless and still transcends generations
So very true.
Yes, indeed!
I agree with you.
@@hiddengems2844 Hidden Gems, Thank you for your reply.
Ja....einfach...Ja
Goosebumps goosebumps goosebumps throughout. Found myself singing this song after service yesterday. Had to download it. I hope she knows the gift God gave her for us. Much appreciation 💕💕💕
In 30 years I haven't found anyone else who interprets this song as I do (with the possible exception of the writer, Julie Gold, I don't know).
Everything looks fine on our planet but only if you look at it from a distance - close up there's too much suffering...and then we're told that that's what God is doing - just looking at things from a distance and not seeing or choosing to ignore what's really going on. 'God is watching us' (sounds reassuring) but immediately followed by a quiet 'from a distance' (not so good after all).
one of the greatest songs ever written
the lyrics are so powerful
My thoughts too.